Grade

4


Big Idea

Planets and Other Objects in Space




Guiding Questions

How do objects move in the Solar System?
Inner Planets and Outer Planets - What are the Planets like?
How do people study the Solar System?
What are Constellations?




Key Terms

solar system, star, planet, asteroid, comet, orbit, axis
inner planets, outer planets, gas giants
telescope, space probe
constellation




Materials/ Resources Students

Harcourt Wookbooks




Materials/ Resources Teachers






Websites

www.sciencea-z.com - The Solar System
www.magicschoolbus.com -Space Chase
www.factmonster.com -
www.kidsastronomy.com
www.brainpop.com -




Content/ Skills






Assessments

Classroom Observations, Checklists
Graphic Organizer for Chapter Concepts




Student Outcomes





Field Trip Suggestions